Commercial Manager

Jobs for Humanity is collaborating with Kier to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. We support individuals coming from all walks of life.

Company Name:
Kier

Location:

Oxford, Oxfordshire – travel to the office required with some remote working available.

Hours:

Permanent Fulltime, 40 hours per week. Some flexibility on hours is available if desired.

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

• Commercial responsibility and accountability from pre‑contract through to final account.
• Prepare, manage, and report on project budgets, forecasts, and CVR reconciliations, including cash‑flow forecasting, financial performance reporting, change management, and negotiation/agreement of final accounts with clients.
• Lead procurement strategy and subcontractor appointments, making use of internal frameworks, negotiating subcontract terms and managing supply chain commercial performance.
• Contribute to bid reviews, commercial strategy development and wider business improvement initiatives.
• Act as a key commercial interface with clients, consultants and supply chain partners, providing informed commercial guidance to senior management and the project team.

• Academic and professional qualifications relevant to commercial management (MRICS/MCICES/MCIOB or working towards these).
• Proven experience at a senior commercial level, particularly with target contracts.
• Ability to inspire, lead and communicate effectively across diverse teams and projects.
• Full driving licence.

We offer our people a wide variety of benefits that can be tailored to individual needs.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our employees shape our diversity and inclusion initiatives and have a significant impact on our policies. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.